CHAPET ONE
ELLA'S POV
These past years have felt so cold and lonely.. I thought to myself sitting at one of the tables at the restaurant.
You miss him don't you? my uncle quizzed in a sad tone.
I can't deny the fact that I do miss him but this is for the best.
Jasmine I am sure this is the best thing you could do for him. And one day, Randy will come to terms with that. He assured me in a light tone
Wait what? Is that not Randy? But what is he doing here? We both looked shocked at his surprise turn up at (Racota) Restaurant.
You know what Ella, get busy find something doing at once. I'm not sure he will have a chance of spotting you under your new hair cut but I believe we can't take risks.....said Hunter
I quickly started clearing the dishes from the tables.
RANDY'S POV
Are you certained this is the place?.. I asked Eli who responded with a bit of certainty.
We both entered the restaurant and asked the chief Chef some few questions and took our leave immediately.
After 10 minutes of a ride back home, we had finally arrived at Hell's gate.
Good evening Dad as I greeted heading straight to my room. Well sounds stupid and creepy right? But that is the only way I'm surviving in this hell. Just don't get in anyone's ways and mind my own business. Many people admire the Cheryls that much. They believe our bond as a family is strong but don't really know what goes on in here internally.
As I got to the elevator, I heard my Dad calling out to me for a pep talk.
Dad you called.... I said taking my seat adjacent to him
Well I want you to get married to the daughter of one Mr Patterson. I have thought it through with your elder brother and I think it will help our family business.
Wait! what? You want me to get married to fend of your business? I said with my clenching fists.
I always thought you put the family's interest on top of yours but I'm really sad to see you disappoint our great family....he replied
But Henry wants me married? I said with a bit of chuckle. Then why don't he get married first after all he is the eldest. Maybe after that I will secure you your mega deal with Mr Patterson.
After pouring out my heart, I just walked out on him.
MR. CHERYL'S POV
How dare you.
With a very loud tone, I shouted Come back here you rascal....he didn't even bother to turn....mmmm very interesting.
I was still deliberating on what to do with that rascal when I had a call from the devil himself Mr Patterson
Hello Mr. Mayor
Hello Mr. Pat as we both exchanged pleasantries.
So tell me Pat have you thought about my proposal? If your daughter gets married to my son, our bond will be greater. We will be more of a family. I said.
Well decision is not mine to make. I will talk it out with my only daughter and see what she has to say about this.
I couldn't oppose his words so we had some few minutes chats before hanging up. But he had assured me he was going to get back to me in 3 days time.
Gosh it's almost 2:00 pm. I'm sure I'm going to be late for this meeting.
Rophus! Rophus! I yelled on top of my voice.
Get the keys to the Range Rover. We heading to the City Council meeting. I need you to be fast else we going to be late....I said with a very serious look.
After 30 minutes, we had reached our destination. It seems we were late for just 5 minute. I entered and rendered an unqualified apology to the delegates and other top officials who were present.
RANDY'S POV
Can you imagine? Me get married.
Why have they made it their vision to destroy my happiness...I said throwing things around in the room.
You need to calm down sire...said Eli
Umm you know what get the keys to my car I want to have fresh hair. Let's go back to the restaurant.
But we got back from there not long ago...he opposed
What difference does it make....please don't get me more upset and do just as you are told.
With that he took the wheel and we left home for the Restaurant.
We got to the place after 10 minutes and I had him order beer for the two of us.
Hey sire whatever is bothering you? You can confide in me
I must say I do admire him a lot. He has this great sense of humour which always has a way of making me feel calm.
We were still having a chit chat when I saw a poor chef being scolded by one man just because she mistakenly dropped a glass.
You pathetic human being! Can you pay for these? He ranted throwing his hand ready to make a slap
I held his hand very firm.
Have some manners gentleman. She is a lady for Christ's sake. You can just go about hitting just anyone. How much is the jug that you want to hit her
U know what this is 1000 dollars now get out of here....I schooled him
And you what were you thinking about that you dropped it. I said comforting her
But something feels strange.
Why I are you trying to cover your face. Madam look me in the eye.
I saw her look at my eye gradually with a bit of fear
I'm Randy you are?
I'm Ella she responded but I could feel her voice shaking.
Well Ella try your very best to stay out of troubles. Let me give you a bit of advice. There is no love on the streets. This is my card you can give me a call..as I said before taking my leave.
MR CHERYL'S POV
Within few hours of much contemplations, we were done with the meeting. Finally I exclaimed before leaving for home.
It was in the car, I had a call from my beloved son. The one taking care of most of my companies. Henry
I told him everything that transpired between Randy and I when I had made him aware of the marriage proposal.
What? Really he did have the guts to oppose you. I'm actually perplexed he lashed out.
Henry I can't think of any better way to get this deal..... I told him.
Don't worry Dad. If he doesn't wants to marry your choice, why don't we make him succumb to the proposal wilfully he said.
How do you mean? I anxiously asked
Simple Dad. Just threaten him that if he doesn't, you going to have him out of the house and believe me you he will come to you saying he will do as you wish...Henry said
You know sometimes I feel like you are a genius when it comes to finding quick solutions.. I poured praises.
I learnt from the best...he said before hanging up.
T.b.c
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